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$201+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — WAS
Jun 23 — Jun 301
Tue 6/23
Tue 6/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or September, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from San José to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 24, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/224:35 pm
SJO
-
IAD
2 stops9h 45m
Avianca
Mon 7/273:40 am
IAD
-
SJO
2 stops9h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/23$333
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:25 pm
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop6h 50m
Avianca
Mon 10/262:30 am
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop7h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 5/24$339
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/276:08 pm
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 05m
Copa Airlines
Mon 11/23:25 pm
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 41m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/19$340
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:08 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Fri 9/184:41 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop16h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/21$340
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/113:10 pm
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop9h 35m
Avianca
Thu 9/174:10 am
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop9h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/23$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2611:13 am
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop11h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 7/210:20 pm
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop26h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2411:13 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 5/263:00 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop9h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/191:25 pm
SJO
-
DCA
1 stop30h 48m
United Airlines
Fri 9/258:20 am
DCA
-
SJO
1 stop30h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$343
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/267:45 pm
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop6h 35m
Avianca
Sun 6/283:40 am
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop6h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/19$344
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/255:05 am
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop8h 50m
Avianca
Thu 7/23:40 am
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop6h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/23$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/101:25 pm
SJO
-
IAD
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 9/1512:45 pm
IAD
-
SJO
1 stop8h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20$352
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/312:35 pm
SJO
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BWI
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Sat 11/76:16 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop18h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23$352

Find flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 24, 2026.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$333
(Avianca)

One-way from

$201
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$341

Good one-way deal

$304 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

5:57 pm-4:21 am

1 stop8h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/8

4:38 pm-8:21 am

1 stop17h 43m

$340

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

12:44 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/27

5:55 pm-7:32 am

1 stop15h 37m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

11:13 am-12:31 am

1 stop11h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/3

10:21 pm-7:15 am

1 stop34h 54m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/28

7:15 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/3

10:21 pm-7:15 am

1 stop34h 54m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/14

7:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/28

6:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

1:25 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop30h 48m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/25

8:20 am-12:21 pm

1 stop30h 01m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - DCA

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/26

7:55 am-6:28 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/3

6:00 pm-7:15 am

1 stop15h 15m

$343

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

12:30 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/1

10:20 pm-10:11 am

1 stop13h 51m

$352

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO - IAD

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

9:40 am-1:17 am

1 stop14h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/7

6:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$352

San JoséBaltimore

SJO - BWI

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/26

11:35 am-10:34 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 10/29

6:16 pm-10:25 am

1 stop18h 09m

$352

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C. in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C. (average of $81). Flying from San José to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 24, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Washington, D.C.?

How often are flights from San José to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between San José and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 123 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights from San José to Washington, D.C. is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

The best insider tips for San José to Washington, D.C. flights

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated May 24, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from San José to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,747 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,632 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,528 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,938 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,576 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Maria,Dec 2025

PTY - SLA

Old plain no entertainment , no outlet for cell or computer! And online they said you have all that! Almost 6 hrs looking to the floor..terrible expirencw and I pay a lot of money for it

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from San José to Washington, D.C. can take about 8h 15m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $343. San José and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2042 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Avianca, at $201, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Avianca is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $130 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $136 and $136, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from San José to Washington, D.C. are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Baltimore/Washington and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C. (average of $81). Flying from San José to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $760). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$201Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$277Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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